All Articles Archives - September 2023
Taylor and Travis: What to Read if You're Shipping Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce
MoreTaylor and Travis: What to Read if You're Shipping Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce
Can't get enough of the brewing romance between pop-star Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce? These books can help hold you over until the next wave of gossip.
MoreComing Soon: Reading Widely Challenge for Kids & Teens!
Read Widely with the Library!
MoreFire on Jordan Creek
A fire in Jordan Creek threaten to burn the Frisco freight house in 1908. There was concern that the fire would also ignite a shipment of dynamite that was on a switch next to the creek. Oil run-off was believed to have been the cause of the fire.
5 Mellow Places To Take Toddlers and Young Kids in Springfield*
MoreLongtime Library District Director To Retire*
MoreExecutive Director Announces Retirement
After 15 years at the helm of the Springfield-Greene County Library District, Executive Director Regina Greer Cooper has announced her retirement at the year’s end.
MoreDirector of the Springfield-Greene County Library District Announces Retirement
MoreLongtime Director of Springfield-Greene County Library To Retire*
MoreLeader of Springfield-Greene County Library District Will Retire at the End of 2023*
MoreSpringfield-Greene County Library Executive Director Announces Retirement
MoreSpringfield-Greene County Library Executive Director Announces Retirement
MoreKonrad Stump, Library Center Archivist on ‘Oh the Horror’, October Library Programs With John
MoreFriends of the Library Fall Book Sale Sets Yet Another Record
The Friends of the Library Annual Fall Book Sale wrapped up on Sunday, setting a record as their second-best sale to date in just six days.
More10 Long Books That Are Worth the Time
These lengthy reads are worth the effort - if you have the time!
MoreHonor Hispanic Heritage Month
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!
MoreGrab a New Book for as Cheap as 50 Cents at Springfield Book Sale
MoreOzarks Live Book Club
MoreBooks and More Available for Purchase at Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale This Week
MoreLabor Day 2023
Labor Day honors the American labor movement and the works and contributions of laborers. The titles in this list tell the stories of the labor movement's past, present, and future.
MoreExploring Independence
Nurture independence at the Library!
MoreSchools for Sale
A list of school properties for sale in 1923 included Phelps and Rogers Schools, whose buildings and grounds were sold outright. Other schools were selling off portable buildings and sheds.
The Place: Friends of the Library Book Sale
MorePlay Together with the Library and Springfield Public Schools PAT!
Join your favorite library staff and our friends from Springfield Public Schools Parents as Teachers for a drop-in playtime! We'll provide lots of fun activities for kids, and parents will have the opportunity to learn more about ways to support healthy child development.
More#GirlDinner
It’s been a long day, you’re tired, and you have to figure out something for dinner. You search around your kitchen and find random, little food items to add to your plate. It’s #GirlDinner, the viral TikTok trend of creating a dinner out of snacks. Check out these books to get more #GirlDinner ideas!
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